MAN IN COURT FOR ALLEGEDLY RAPING 9-YEAR-OLD GIRL 

22 April 2024

Rustenburg – In a disturbing incident that has shocked the local community, a 39-year-old man is set to appear before the Rustenburg Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, charged with the rape of a 9-year-old girl with disabilities.

Crime & Accidents News

Read More

 

Police nab two in connection with armed robbery

22 April 2024

Rustenburg – Akim Moyo (33) and Tshepang Bome (22) appeared before the Rustenburg Magistrates’ Court on Monday 15 April 2024, facing charges of possessing suspected stolen goods, unlicensed firearms, and ammunition.

Crime & Accidents News

Read More

 

Do not stop for stone-throwing on N4

22 April 2024

Rustenburg/ Brits – Local authorities have issued warnings following multiple reports of stone-throwing incidents along the N4 highway. The reports pinpoint the activity around the pedestrian bridge near the Bapong Weighbridge, located between Rustenburg and Brits.

Crime & Accidents News

Read More

 

Home invasion met with no Police response
[letter to the editor] 

22 April 2024

Rustenburg – I am writing to express my frustration following a recent burglary at my home where numerous items were stolen, including my television, various appliances, and some warm jackets.

Crime & Accidents News

Read More

 

QUICK-THINKING SON FOIL KIDNAPPING IN PHOKENG

22 April 2024

Rustenburg – In a remarkable display of bravery and quick thinking, a 20-year-old man from Phokeng played a crucial role in rescuing his kidnapped mother and aiding in the arrest of two suspects involved in a horrifying early morning crime. 

Crime & Accidents News

Read More

 

DRAMATIC RESCUE
Joint task force frees hostages, arrests kidnappers

22 April 2024

Rustenburg – In a remarkable display of coordinated effort, a joint multidisciplinary task force.

Crime & Accidents News

Read More

 

Yard theft alarms 
[letter to the editor] 

15 April 2024

Rustenburg – I’ve noticed something weird. People in town are all over Facebook moaning about their stuff getting stolen right out of their yards.

Crime & Accidents News

Read More

 

Rustenburg Crime Combatting Forum: GUARDIANS OF THE NIGHT

15 April 2024

Rustenburg – When night falls over the city, a dedicated group of volunteers takes to the streets, ensuring the safety and peace of the community. They are the Rustenburg Crime Combatting Forum (RCCF), a beacon of hope and security in the shadow of the night.

Crime & Accidents News

Read More

 

Bus carrying Rustenburg learners crashes near Hopetown

15 April 2024

Rustenburg – A bus carrying learners and teachers from the North West province met with an accident on Sunday 7 April 2024, while they were traveling to an athletics event. The incident occurred approximately 60 kilometres from Hopetown, along the route to Kimberley.

Crime & Accidents News

Read More

 

Operation Shanela yields over 1,000 Arrests in 7 days 

15 April 2024

NW – In a sweeping crackdown against crime, North West police, in collaboration with various law enforcement bodies, have successfully executed Operation Shanela.

Crime & Accidents News

Read More